{"product_id":"the-davenports-9780241556047","title":"The Davenports","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eThe Davenports are a Black family of immense wealth and status in a changing United States, whose fortune was made through the entrepreneurship of William Davenport, a formerly enslaved man. Olivia, the eldest daughter, is ready to marry, but charismatic civil rights leader Washington DeWight sweeps into town and sparks fly. Helen is more interested in fixing cars than falling in love, while Amy-Rose dreams of opening her own business and marrying Olivia and Helen's brother, John. Ruby also has her sights set on John Davenport, but family pressure has her scheming to win his heart. The Davenports is a dazzling debut that follows four determined and passionate young Black women as they discover the courage to steer their own path in life and love. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 384 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 02 February 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Penguin Random House Children's UK\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Davenports, a prominent Black family with immense wealth and status in a rapidly evolving United States, have achieved their fortune through the pioneering entrepreneurship of William Davenport, a formerly enslaved man who established the Davenport Carriage Company years ago. Among them is Olivia, the beautiful eldest Davenport daughter, who is poised to fulfill her duty and marry. However, the arrival of charismatic civil rights leader Washington DeWight in town sets off a series of intriguing events that change the course of their lives.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOlivia's younger sister, Helen, is more focused on repairing cars than pursuing romantic relationships, unless it's with her sister's betrothed. Meanwhile, Amy-Rose, a childhood friend turned maid to the Davenport sisters, harbors a deep desire to open her own business and marry Olivia and Helen's brother, John. However, Olivia's closest friend, Ruby, also has her sights set on John Davenport, though she struggles to maintain his interest. Under the pressure of family expectations, Ruby begins to scheme to win his heart, just as someone else captures his affection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Davenports is inspired by the true-life story of the Patterson family and delves into the lives of four determined and passionate young Black women as they navigate their own paths in life and love. Written with finesse and brilliance, this dazzling debut offers a captivating glimpse into the complexities of interracial relationships, family dynamics, and personal growth. It resonates with fans of escapist historical fiction, providing a relatable and engaging narrative that will leave readers eagerly anticipating the next installment in this captivating series.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 266g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 198 x 129 x 23 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9780241556047\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Krystal Marquis","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44101622825210,"sku":"9780241556047","price":6.58,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1675430683281_book.jpg?v=1676013136","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/the-davenports-9780241556047","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}